Villa Belvedere

About Villa Belvedere

Villa Belvedere suits travellers who want a self-contained base on Menorca's south coast. As a three-star villa, it offers the independence of a kitchen, a patio and a terrace, plus both an outdoor and an indoor pool. The property is not on the beach, but Cala en Porter lies 0.6 km away in a straight line, so the coast is close without the crowds at your door.

This is a stay for families and small groups who prefer to cook, park free and come and go on their own schedule. The villa has air conditioning, free wifi and a cot, which makes it practical for a week or longer. With Menorca Airport 7.1 km away, the transfer is short, and the quiet setting near a deep sandy cove gives a relaxed pace.

Location: Cala en Porter

Villa Belvedere stands on Carrer Del Matissar, in the area of Cala en Porter on Menorca's south coast. Cala en Porter is a deep sandy cove between high limestone cliffs, known for its sheltered swimming and the surrounding holiday homes. The nearest village is not named in the facts, but the cove itself is 0.6 km away in a straight line, so a short drive or a walk gets you to the beach and any seasonal services there.

The villa is 11.2 km from Maó port and 7.1 km from Menorca Airport, so the capital is within easy reach for supplies or an evening out. Son Bou, with its long beach, is 6.2 km away, and Binibeca Vell, the whitewashed hamlet, is 9.7 km away. In July and August, the south coast draws many visitors, and car parks at popular coves fill early. In May, June and September, the pace is calmer, though much of the island's tourism business closes roughly from November to April.

Rooms and facilities

The villa's listed facilities include air conditioning, a kitchen with an oven, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator, and a bath. There is a TV, free wifi and internet access, plus an iron and board. A cot is listed, so families with a baby can confirm the arrangement with the property. The patio and terrace give outdoor space, and the smoke detector is a practical safety feature.

For late arrivals, the kitchen means you can shop on the way from the airport and eat at home. The indoor pool and outdoor pool are both listed, so swimming is possible even if the sea is cool or the weather turns. Confirm with the property which pool is heated, if that matters, and check the sleeping layout, as the facts do not give the number of bedrooms. Parking is free and on site.

Getting there

Menorca Airport (MAH) is 7.1 km from Villa Belvedere in a straight line. A taxi is the most direct option, and a hire car collected at the airport gives you freedom for the whole stay. Buses run to Maó and, in summer, to some resorts, but they may not stop at the villa, so check the island bus operator for routes and seasons. The short distance makes the transfer quick, even with luggage.

If you arrive by ferry, Maó port is 11.2 km away in a straight line, so a taxi or hire car from the port takes about 20 minutes by road. Ferries link Maó to Barcelona and Palma, with overnight crossings from the mainland. In winter, flights and ferries are fewer, so plan around the season. The villa's free parking is useful if you hire a car, which is the easiest way to reach the cove and the island's sights.

Beaches, sights and food nearby

Cala en Porter, 0.6 km away, is the nearest beach: a deep sandy cove between high cliffs, good for swimming and sunbathing. Son Bou, 6.2 km away, has the island's longest beach with dunes and a wetland behind it. Binibeca Vell, 9.7 km away, is a whitewashed hamlet built in a traditional fishing-village style, popular for a stroll. A boat trip round Maó harbour is 11.7 km away, and a talayotic village is 4.4 km away, offering a look at Menorca's prehistoric past.

Monte Toro, the island's highest point at about 358 m, is 13.5 km away and has a sanctuary with views of both coasts. The Camí de Cavalls, the historic bridleway around the coast, passes near the south, so you can walk sections from Cala en Porter. For food, try Mahón-Menorca cheese, a protected product, and look for local dishes in the seasonal restaurants around the cove. The villa's kitchen also lets you cook with market produce from Maó.

A day from Villa Belvedere

Start the day at Villa Belvedere with breakfast on the terrace. Drive 0.6 km to Cala en Porter for a morning swim in the sheltered cove, arriving early to find a spot on the sand. From there, head 4.4 km to a talayotic village, a prehistoric settlement with stone towers, to understand the island's ancient history before the heat builds.

After lunch back at the villa, take the short drive to Maó, 11.2 km away, and join a boat trip round the harbour, one of the largest natural harbours in the Mediterranean, with its Georgian architecture and fortifications. In the late afternoon, drive 13.5 km to Monte Toro for the view across the island. Return to the villa for an evening swim in the outdoor pool and dinner cooked in the kitchen.

Practical tips

Much of Menorca's tourism business closes roughly from November to April, so check with Villa Belvedere about its opening dates before booking. July and August are the busiest months, with car parks at the southern coves filling early. The Balearic sustainable tourism tax is charged per person per night by the accommodation; the rate depends on the season and the type of stay, with reductions in low season and for longer stays, and children under 16 are exempt. Check the current rate with the Govern de les Illes Balears.

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